New Tecumseth public meetings in 2025
113 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will decide whether to approve Minor Variance Applications A15-25, A16-25, and A17-25 for Lots 13‑15 on Plan 51M‑1146. The applications seek to reduce the minimum lot area from 270 sq m to 225 sq m and the minimum frontage from 9.0 m to 7.5 m under Zoning By‑law 2021‑128. Approval would support the creation of semi‑detached dwellings in the Honeyfield Communities subdivision. Other agenda items are routine procedural matters such as confirming the agenda, disclosures, and adopting minutes.
- Minor Variance Applications A15-25, A16-25, A17-25 for Lots 13‑15, Plan 51M‑1146
- Requested reduction: Minimum Lot Area 270 sq m → 225 sq m; Minimum Frontage 9.0 m → 7.5 m
- Submitted by Angela Baldwin on behalf of Honeyfield Communities Inc.
- Engineering Department comment: no concerns with grading or servicing plans
- Variance needed for Part Lot Control Exemption to be later presented to Council
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review a summary report and address unfinished business. The body is discussing public awareness initiatives and snow removal for accessible parking.
- Proposal for Council to partner with New Tecumseth Library to display White Cane Awareness materials
- Discussion on Service Dog awareness and public education
- Review of snow clearance for accessible parking spots in the 2025/2026 Public Works budget
- Planning for Accessibility Week 2026
Council Closed Meeting
The Town of New Tecumseth Council is holding a closed meeting to consider settlement authority regarding a legal matter. The session includes the adoption of a confirming by-law for the proceedings.
- Settlement authority for sewer repair litigation at 63 Gray Avenue (Ontario Water Werx Inc.)
- By-law 2025-108 to confirm the proceedings of the closed meeting
Council Meeting
The Council will discuss 2026 fee updates and the Safe Drinking Water Act water financial plan. The meeting includes decisions on lease amendments for the OPP and a transfer payment agreement with the Solicitor General.
- By-law 2025-105: Updates to Fees and Charges By-law 2024-077
- By-law 2025-106: Lease amendment for 51 Victoria Street East, Alliston (ABIA sublet to OPP)
- By-law 2025-104: Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement with the Solicitor General
- Discussion on public disclosure of Mayor and CAO credit card spending
- Report on Water Audit and Water Loss Control Program 2025 year-end update
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will consider a written motion to explore a town‑wide tourism promotion for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Staff will present the Environmental Advisory Committee summary report and the Road Safety Initiative Funding request. Council will receive Report #PD‑2025‑32 and decide whether to authorize Planning Staff to start a town‑initiated heritage designation process for the town’s 29 listed heritage properties to meet the 2027 statutory deadline. The meeting also includes renewal of the Alliston Hornets Hockey Club rental agreement.
- Written motion to explore a town‑wide 2026 FIFA World Cup tourism promotion (Councillor Masters)
- Receipt of Environmental Advisory Committee summary report dated 24 Nov 2025
- Heritage Designation of Listed Properties – authorize Planning Staff to begin town‑initiated designation for 29 non‑designated heritage properties (Report #PD‑2025‑32)
- Road Safety Initiative Funding request (Item #ENG‑2025‑19)
- Renewal of Alliston Hornets Hockey Club rental agreement (Item #RFC‑2025‑14)
Traffic Advisory Committee
The Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to review the summary report from October 9, 2025, and to discuss unfinished business, including an update on the Ward 2 pilot project (the 40 km/h neighbourhood area speed limit) and the Rural Speed Limit Policy. The committee will also consider the Sidewalk Policy, which was deferred from the previous meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business or public hearings listed.
- Ward 2 Pilot Project Update: data shows 85th percentile speed reductions up to 17 km/h; staff recommend maintaining 40 km/h limit in area bounded by Young Street, King Street South, and Industrial Parkway
- Rural Speed Limit Policy: OPP traffic data from rural roads to be reviewed
- Sidewalk Policy: deferred item to be discussed
- Summary Report dated October 9, 2025 to be received
Special Council Closed Meeting
This is a special closed meeting of New Tecumseth Council. The only substantive item is a verbal report from the CAO regarding the Provincial South Simcoe Growth Management Process, discussed in closed session under the Municipal Act. The meeting also includes a confirming by-law to ratify the proceedings.
- Verbal report from CAO on Provincial South Simcoe Growth Management Process
- Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(h) for confidential provincial information
- Confirming By-law 2025-103 to ratify meeting proceedings
Council Meeting
Council is reviewing the 2026 interim tax levy and a report on townwide water demand. Discussions also include a new housing strategy and a feasibility study for a sports field dome.
- 2026 Interim Tax Levy By-law (By-law 2025-099)
- Phase 2 Feasibility Study for a small dome at Geoff Gaston Sports Park ($50,000)
- Lease Agreement with Nicole Jacklin School of Dance Inc. at 18 Queen Street North
- 2024 Water Demand Update report regarding system capacity
- Assumption of municipal services for River Edge 2, Phase 3 Subdivision
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss two written motions from Deputy Mayor MacLellan: one to explore further protections for the remaining 82 acres of the Sir Frederick Banting Homestead, and another to require monthly public disclosure of Mayor and CAO credit card spending. The committee will also receive reports on the Accessibility Advisory Committee, the Water Financial Plan for drinking water licence renewal, 2026 fees and charges updates, health and safety policies, and a lease amendment subletting to the OPP.
- Motion to investigate options to protect remaining 82 acres of Banting Homestead
- Motion to require monthly public disclosure of Mayor and CAO credit card spending
- Water Financial Plan approval for drinking water licence renewal (Report #FIN-2025-26)
- 2026 Fees and Charges Updates (Report #FIN-2025-27)
- Lease amendment – ABIA sublet to OPP (Report #ED-2025-02)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will review two applications to create new agricultural lots at 7213 8th Line. The proposals involve severing land to create one new farm lot per application, subject to specific conditions regarding drainage and parkland fees.
- Consent Application B07-25: creation of one new 41 ha (101.3 acre) farm lot at 7213 8th Line
- Consent Application B08-25: creation of one new farm lot at 7213 8th Line
- Requirement for a blanket drainage easement on title for proposed lots
- Requirement for cash-in-lieu of parkland payments at the time of building permit
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to review its August 2025 summary report, hear a presentation on the tree by-law, and discuss unfinished business including committee vacancies, the 2026 budget request, and workplan updates. New business items include salt management, a social media campaign, plastic-free community initiatives, and EarthFest 2026. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions expected at this meeting.
- Tree By-law presentation by Peter Shields, Supervisor of Operations - Urban Forestry
- 2026 Budget Update: $5,000 budget request added to 2026 budget list
- Social Media Campaign to educate residents on environmental initiatives
- EarthFest 2026 proposed for Saturday, May 2, 2026
- Committee vacancies: 3 open positions, 1 application received
Council Closed Meeting
This is a closed-session Council meeting. The main item is a verbal report from the CAO on the Provincial South Simcoe Growth Management Process, discussed under the Municipal Act's confidentiality provision. The only formal action is a confirming by-law (2025-098) that ratifies the closed-meeting proceedings.
- Verbal report from CAO on Provincial South Simcoe Growth Management Process (closed session, confidential)
- Confirming by-law 2025-098 to ratify closed-meeting proceedings
- Meeting held in Council Chambers at 5:45 p.m. on November 17, 2025
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will consider several written motions and staff reports. Key items include an urgent request for provincial action to preserve recycling for small businesses, a motion to study red-light cameras, a proposed rental fee reduction for the EarlyON centre in Tottenham, the 2026 interim tax levy by-law, and two property-specific by-law variance requests.
- Urgent request for provincial action to preserve recycling services for small businesses and community organizations
- Motion to investigate feasibility and cost of red-light cameras at signalized intersections
- Proposed two-year agreement with EarlyON for yearly rental fee of $6,684.08 (50% reduction) at Tottenham Community and Fitness Centre
- 2026 Interim Tax Levy By-law: interim levy not exceeding 50% of previous year's taxes; due dates Feb 27 and Apr 30, 2026
- Sign by-law variance for 25 Young Street to retain three ground signs for The Range; fence by-law exemption for 5 Arnold Cres, Alliston
Council Meeting
This is the agenda for the November 17, 2025 Council meeting. Council will receive reports on an Integrity Commissioner's finding regarding conflict of interest allegations, the year-end budget variance as of September 30, 2025, provincial legislation updates, and emergency funding for reservoir repairs. They will also discuss items from the Committee of the Whole, including a housing strategy and a speed limit pilot project, and hold a public meeting for a temporary garden centre zoning application.
- Integrity Commissioner report on Municipal Conflict of Interest Act application 2025-01
- 2025 Year-end Budget Variance as at September 30, 2025 (#FIN-2025-24)
- Bill 60 - Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025 & update to Bill 17
- Beeton Springs Reservoir Repairs Emergency Funding (#PW-2025-18)
- Zoning By-law Amendment for temporary garden centre at 6320 8th Line (File No. D14-2025-003)
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review its August 27, 2025 summary report and discuss ongoing and new items, including updates on the White Cane Awareness program, the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, accessible transportation, and service dog awareness. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being updates or discussions rather than final decisions.
- Review of Summary Report dated August 27, 2025
- White Cane Awareness update
- Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
- Accessible Transportation discussion
- Service Dog Awareness discussion
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing an application to create eight freehold lots for a townhouse development in the Belterra/Treetops Subdivision. The proposal involves severing the property at 4981 Sideroad 10 into seven new lots and one retained lot with frontage on Lorne Thomas Place.
- Consent application (B09-25 to B015-25) for townhouse development at 4981 Sideroad 10
- Creation of eight total freehold lots on Lorne Thomas Place
- Requirement for parkland cash-in-lieu and a development agreement
- Proposed lot areas ranging from 178 to 274 square metres
Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is holding a public planning meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment application for a temporary garden centre at 6320 8th Line. The application proposes to rezone a portion of the property from Special Study Area to Corridor Commercial. Staff have not yet made a recommendation and will continue reviewing the application.
- Application for temporary use by-law to permit a garden centre at 6320 8th Line
- Proposed rezoning from Special Study Area (SSA) to Corridor Commercial (CC)
- Property is 23.4 hectares, designated Agricultural, Environmental Protection, and Special Study Area
- No public comments received as of report writing
- Comments received from Building Department, Enbridge, Public Works, and Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority
Council Closed Meeting
The Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss the proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land regarding the Banting Memorial High School relocation. This discussion is held in accordance with Section 239 (2) (c) of the Municipal Act.
- Banting Memorial High School relocation land acquisition or disposition
Council Meeting
This is a regular Council meeting with mostly routine items, including adoption of previous minutes and reports. Key items for discussion include the 2025 year-end budget variance as of June 30, a citizen appointment to the Environmental Advisory Committee, a proposed Special Economic Zone criteria, and updates on recreation, library, and pool project timelines. Council will also consider support for a winter road maintenance request, a town-wide visioning initiative, and a traffic calming review on Pridham Place.
- 2025 Year-end Budget Variance report as at June 30, 2025 (#FIN-2025-23)
- Citizen Appointment to the Environmental Advisory Committee (#ADMIN-2025-23)
- ERO Posting #025-1077 Proposed Special Economic Zone Criteria (#PD-2025-27)
- Project Timelines – Recreation and Culture Master Plan, Library Master Plan and Indoor Pool Feasibility Study (#RFC-2025-10)
- Review of Traffic Calming Warrants on Pridham Place
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will consider starting a multi-phase housing strategy to address affordability and supply gaps, and will discuss a motion to correct signage at the New Tecumseth Recreation Centre and develop a formal facility naming policy. It will also receive updates on a speed limit pilot and a covered sports field project.
- Housing strategy 'A Place for Everyone' to be initiated (Report #PD-2025-28)
- Motion to correct NTRC signage at 7300 Industrial Parkway and create facility naming policy
- Neighbourhood Area Speed Limit Pilot Project update (#ENG-2025-17)
- Covered multi-purpose sports field report (#RFC-2025-11)
- Traffic Advisory Committee summary report received
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to review a presentation on the Town's tree by-law, discuss unfinished business including committee vacancies and the 2026 budget request of $5,000, and consider new items such as salt management, a social media campaign, and EarthFest 2026. The agenda includes a deputation from the Supervisor of Operations - Urban Forestry on the tree by-law.
- Presentation on Tree By-law by Peter Shields, Supervisor, Operations - Urban Forestry
- 2026 Budget Update: $5,000 budget request added to 2026 budget list
- Update on Committee Composition: 3 vacancies, 1 application received
- New Business: Salt Management, Social Media Campaign, Plastic Free Community, EarthFest 2026
- Tree By-law review scheduled for 2027, with stakeholder engagement in 2026
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider three applications: a minor variance to build a temporary storage garage at 42 Mill St. W (Mill Street Reservoir), and two consent applications by Trisan Construction Ltd. for properties at 5878 and 5752 Highway 9, seeking to create a new lot and a boundary line adjustment. The consent applications were deferred from the September 25 meeting. Staff recommend approval of all three items.
- Minor variance A14-25: temporary storage garage within 30m of Environmental Protection Zone at 42 Mill St. W, Tottenham
- Consent B05-25: creation of one new lot at 5878 Highway 9
- Consent B06-25: boundary line adjustment at 5752 Highway 9
- Deferred from September 25, 2025 meeting (B05-25 at applicant's request; B06-25 due to improper notice)
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting will consider a report on the Town's legal services framework, which has been largely unchanged since 1991. Staff recommend creating a Real Estate and Legal Analyst position (Option 4) to handle routine legal work in-house, with a net cost increase of about $13,665 over the 2025 legal budget. Council will also receive the Mayor's proposed 2026 operating and capital budgets for working session #2, following the first session held on October 8.
- Legal Services Review (#ADMIN-2025-22) recommending a new Real Estate and Legal Analyst position (Option 4) at a net cost of $262,664.67, a $13,664.67 increase over the 2025 legal budget of $249,000
- Mayor's Proposed 2026 Budgets - Working Session #2 (#FIN-2025-22)
- Confirming By-law 2025-093 to confirm proceedings of the special council meeting
- Reports from the October 8 budget sessions, including deputations from Child and Youth Advocacy Centre Simcoe Muskoka and South Simcoe Arts Council, and presentations from local business improvement areas, conservation authorities, and the public library
Council Meeting
New Tecumseth Council is meeting to consider several reports and by-laws, including authorizing the mayor and clerk to sign an Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Community Safety and Policing (CSP) Grant program, receiving a status update on the Raymond A. Barker Water Treatment Plant Expansion, and discussing updates to the downtown parking study. The agenda also includes items from the Committee of the Whole, such as a draft plan extension for the Belterra Estates subdivision and a lease agreement for a dance school in Tottenham.
- Authorization to execute Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for Community Safety and Policing (CSP) Grant program (April 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026)
- Status update on Raymond A. Barker Water Treatment Plant Expansion
- Update to Interim Solutions for the Downtowns and Residential Areas Parking Study
- Draft Plan Extension Request for Belterra Estates (Treetops) Subdivision, Part Lots 12 & 13, Concessions 14 and 15
- Lease Agreement with Nicole Jacklin School of Dance Inc. at 18 Queen Street North, Tottenham
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a motion to support the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority's recommendations on reducing winter salt use, a proposal to declare February Kindness and Courtesy Month, a town-wide visioning and branding initiative, and a staff report on traffic calming on Pridham Place. The traffic report recommends a resident survey and possible flexible bollards, though formal traffic calming warrants were not met.
- Motion to support LSRCA recommendations on winter road and parking lot maintenance, including contractor certification and liability limits
- Motion to declare February as Kindness and Courtesy Month with a social media campaign
- Motion to support a town-wide visioning and branding initiative as part of the 2027 Strategic Plan
- Report #ENG-2025-15: Traffic calming on Pridham Place not warranted; recommends resident survey and temporary flexible bollards (2026-2028)
- Radar speed feedback signs installed on Pridham Place in August 2025; speed study showed 85th percentile speeds of 49-51 km/h
Council Closed Meeting
New Tecumseth Council is holding a closed meeting to discuss two items: an unsolicited request from King Township related to negotiations, and a verbal report on the proposed relocation of Banting Memorial High School, which involves potential land acquisition or disposition. The meeting will also pass a by-law to confirm its proceedings.
- Unsolicited request from King Township (under Municipal Act Section 239(k))
- Verbal report on Banting Memorial High School relocation (under Section 239(2)(c))
- Confirmation By-law 2025-092
Traffic Advisory Committee
The Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to review its September 11 summary report, which recommends endorsing By-law 2002-106 with amendments to allow young riders in the downtown core and to prohibit e-bikes from all sidewalks. The committee will also receive updates on the Ward 2 pilot project and sidewalk policy research.
- Recommendation to endorse By-law 2002-106 with amendments adding 'young riders' definition and allowing them in downtown core
- Recommendation to prohibit e-bikes from all sidewalks in New Tecumseth
- Ward 2 Pilot Project status update: data collection complete to March 31, 2025; OPP issued one speeding ticket during focused patrol
- Sidewalk policy: working groups to research municipal sidewalk policies
- Five new pedestrian crosswalks with flashing lights and push-button activation planned
Committee of the Whole Working Meeting Budget Public Input Session
This is a Committee of the Whole working meeting focused on the 2026 budget. Council will hear public deputations and presentations from community partners, including the Alliston BIA, South Simcoe Arts Council, NVCA, LSRCA, and the public library, as part of the budget input process. The agenda also includes a budget summary showing a proposed 3.18% increase in total expenses and a 2.53% levy increase related to the discontinuation of the ASE program.
- Public deputations from Scott Denis (Child and Youth Advocacy Centre) and Justine McCloskey (South Simcoe Arts Council)
- ABIA 2026 budget: $260,458 total, with $253,638 from Town levy
- NVCA 2026 draft budget: $7,841,981 total; New Tecumseth levy portion $516,320.11
- LSRCA 2026 budget: overall levy increase of 2.66%; New Tecumseth share $47,074
- 2026 budget summary: total expenses $109,210,002, a 3.18% increase; salaries & wages up $1.7M
Committee of the Whole Working Meeting Budget Session # 1
The Committee of the Whole is holding the first working session on the Mayor's proposed 2026 operating and capital budgets. The proposed budget includes a 3.33% tax levy increase, a 2.95% blended tax increase, and water/wastewater rate hikes. Council will receive presentations and ask questions, with a public input session scheduled for the evening and further deliberation on October 22.
- Proposed 2026 tax levy increase of 3.33%, with a blended increase of 2.95% (about $142 per household)
- Water and wastewater rate increases of 12.5% and 8.5%, respectively
- Capital levy increase of 1% to address $175M infrastructure shortfall
- Total 2026 capital budget request of $38.9M
- Council requests for additional items, including sidewalks, park upgrades, and traffic calming
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will consider two written motions from Deputy Mayor MacLellan: one requesting the province retain and improve Ontario's Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program, and another directing staff to review the refreshment vehicle license fee structure. The committee will also receive summary reports from four advisory committees and consider a draft plan extension for the Belterra Estates subdivision and a lease agreement for a dance school.
- Motion to request Ontario retain and improve Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program
- Motion to direct staff to review refreshment vehicle license fee structure (By-law 2002-178)
- Draft Plan Extension Request for Belterra Estates (Treetops) Subdivision, Part Lots 12 & 13, Concessions 14 and 15, File No. NT-T-03002
- Lease Agreement with Nicole Jacklin School of Dance Inc., 18 Queen Street North, Tottenham
- Traffic Advisory Committee recommends prohibiting e-bikes from all sidewalks
Council Meeting
Council will receive reports on a telecommunication tower application at 4853 15th Line, a full heritage permit for 47 Centre Street North in Beeton, and Queen Street and Thomas Street resurfacing. It will also consider a Community Improvement Plan grant for 2 Main Street West, Beeton, and several by-laws including appointments to committees.
- Telecommunication tower application A12-TEL-0125 at 4853 15th Line by SLI Towers
- Full heritage permit for 47 Centre Street North, Beeton
- Queen Street and Thomas Street resurfacing report
- Community Improvement Plan grant application for 2 Main Street West, Beeton (File No. CIP-2025-06)
- By-laws: 2025-085 (CIP agreement), 2025-086 (Canine Control Appeal Committee), 2025-087 (Environmental Advisory Committee)
Council Closed Meeting
This is a closed meeting of New Tecumseth Council. The only substantive item is a discussion of the proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land related to Banting Memorial High School, held under the Municipal Act's land exemption. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including confirmation of the agenda, disclosure of interests, and a confirming by-law.
- Closed session item C.S.1: Banting Memorial High School Relocation (land acquisition/disposition)
- Confirming By-law 2025-089 to ratify closed meeting proceedings
Committee of Adjustment
The New Tecumseth Committee of Adjustment will consider five applications: two minor variances (a garage at 2189 Sideroad 10 and adding financial institution and veterinary clinic uses at 36, 86-98 Young St), two consents (lot creation and boundary adjustment on Highway 9), and a change of conditions for a property at 260 Queen Street North. Staff recommend approval for most items, with one consent deferred.
- Minor variance for accessory garage at 2189 Sideroad 10: allow height increase from 4.6m to 8.0m and build within 30m of Environmental Protection Zone
- Minor variance for 36, 86-98 Young St, Alliston: add 'Financial Institution' and 'Veterinary Clinic' to permitted uses in Major Commercial zones
- Consent application B05-25 for 5878 Highway 9: create one new lot
- Consent application B06-25 for 5752 Highway 9: boundary line adjustment (recommended deferral)
- Change of conditions for 260 Queen Street North, Tottenham (files B17-22 & B06-23)
CANCELLED Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee
This meeting of the Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee in New Tecumseth, Ontario, scheduled for September 24, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled
Council Meeting
Council will receive reports on the town's 2025 investment performance, the strong mayor budget process, and a provincial proposal on growth and housing in South Simcoe. They will also consider several by-laws, including zoning amendments for a wedding venue and speed limit changes, and discuss items like illegal motorized vehicle use and a municipal accommodation tax study.
- Investment report: portfolio earned 4.23% ($211,755) in past year
- Zoning by-law 2025-080: rezone 4824 20th Sideroad for wedding/event venue
- By-law 2025-081: legal agreement with Armstrong owners re: illegal electrical contracting
- By-law 2025-082: speed limit changes on Sideroad 15, Sideroad 10, 4th Line
- Discussion: illegal use of non-licensed motorized vehicles; long-distance charge removal
Council Closed Meeting
Council is meeting in closed session to discuss an Ontario Land Tribunal decision and a draft by-law related to a zoning appeal for Block 142 in Beeton, which would allow residential development. The agenda also includes a citizen appointment to two committees. The meeting is closed to the public under the Municipal Act for litigation and solicitor-client privilege.
- OLT appeal by Walton South Simcoe Residential Development Corp. for Block 142, Plan 51M-1053 (DEV 396)
- Draft By-law 2025-075 related to the OLT decision
- Citizen appointment to Canine Control and Dangerous Dog Committee and Environmental Advisory Committee
- Confirming By-law 2025-084
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will consider a written motion from Councillor Biss directing staff to provide quarterly reports on the Collingwood Raymond A. Barker Water Treatment Plant Expansion project, and will receive the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan Report Card. The agenda also includes a Community Improvement Plan grant application for 2 Main Street West, Beeton.
- Motion for quarterly reports on $270M water treatment plant expansion (New Tecumseth share 63%)
- 2022-2026 Strategic Plan Report Card (Report #CAO-2025-08)
- Community Improvement Plan Grant Application for 2 Main Street West, Beeton (File No. CIP-2025-06)
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review its June summary report, hear a deputation about a recognition sign for Rutherford, and discuss a heritage application for 47 Centre Street North in Beeton. The agenda also includes updates on the Beeton Heritage Conservation District and correspondence about the Ontario Heritage Conference.
- Deputation by Gary Coleman re: Rutherford Recognition Sign
- Heritage application for 47 Centre Street North, Beeton
- Correspondence re: 47 Victoria Street East, Alliston
- Review of June 17, 2025 summary report
- Heritage Advisory Committee workplan
Traffic Advisory Committee
The Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to review its May 8, 2025 summary report and discuss several ongoing items, including pedestrian crosswalk photos, pedestrian courtesy, pros and cons of reduced speed limits, the Ward 2 pilot project status, rural speed limit policy, and sidewalk policy. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new decisions or proposals listed.
- Review of Summary Report dated May 8, 2025
- Pedestrian Crosswalks (photos provided)
- Pros and Cons of Reduced Speed Limits (news article)
- Ward 2 Pilot Project Status Update
- Rural Speed Limit Policy
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to review its summary report, discuss 2026 budget items including a $5,000 allocation request, update its workplan, and begin a review of the Town's Tree By-law (By-law 2022-063) ahead of a scheduled 2027 update. The committee will also confirm the 2026 EarthFest date and receive an update on the Simcoe Muskoka Climate Change Exchange.
- Review of Tree By-law 2022-063 ahead of 2027 update
- 2026 budget items including $5,000 allocation request
- 2026 EarthFest date confirmation
- Workplan update
- Simcoe Muskoka Climate Change Exchange update
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss two written motions: one directing staff to address illegal use of non-licensed motorized vehicles, and another requesting the CRTC eliminate long-distance charges within the municipality. They will also review a feasibility study recommending against implementing a Municipal Accommodation Tax, a fence by-law exemption, a zoning amendment, and speed limit changes.
- Motion to address illegal use of dirt bikes, ATVs, e-bikes, and motorized scooters
- Motion to request CRTC remove long-distance charges between New Tecumseth exchanges
- Municipal Accommodation Tax feasibility study recommends not proceeding (potential revenue ~$629,000 at 4% rate)
- Request for fence by-law exemption at 16 Gould Cres, Beeton
- Zoning by-law amendment application for 4824 20th Sideroad, Cookstown (File DEV 417)
Council Meeting
Council is meeting to hear a deputation from the Northern York South Simcoe Ontario Health Team seeking support for a community health fair, and to consider several by-laws including appointing a municipal law enforcement officer, amending parking and traffic regulations, and assuming municipal services for a subdivision. The agenda also includes routine items like adoption of minutes and confirmation of proceedings.
- Deputation from Ryan Bhopalsingh, NYSS OHT, re: support for Community Health Fair on September 27
- By-law 2025-076: appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officer under Community Safety and Policing Act
- By-law 2025-077: amend Parking and Traffic By-law 93-128
- By-law 2025-078: assume municipal services in Holmes Severance, 5048 Boyne Street
- 2024 Audited Financial Statements and Development Charge Reserve Funds report
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications. One application for a garage at 2189 Sideroad 10 is recommended for deferral due to improper public notice. The other, at 130 Young St, Alliston, seeks to add 'Financial Institution' and 'Veterinary Clinic' as permitted uses and is recommended for approval.
- Minor variance A11-25 at 2189 Sideroad 10: garage within 30m of Environmental Protection Zone and height increase from 4.6m to 8.0m, recommended deferred
- Minor variance A12-25 at 130 Young St, Alliston: add 'Financial Institution' and 'Veterinary Clinic' to MC-10 Zone, recommended approved
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review a summary report from April 16, 2025, and discuss unfinished business including updates on White Cane Awareness, Mobi-Mat installation at Tottenham Conservation Area, and the Lions Pavilion Foundation at Riverdale Park. New business includes accessible sidewalks during patio season, pedestrian courtesy, the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, and 2026 budget items. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Update on Mobi-Mat installation at Tottenham Conservation Area
- Update on White Cane Awareness signage with schools
- Discussion of accessible sidewalk during patio season
- Discussion of 2026 budget items
- Update on Lions Pavilion Foundation at Riverdale Park in Alliston
CANCELLED Environmental Advisory Committee
This meeting of the New Tecumseth Environmental Advisory Committee, scheduled for 2025-08-26, has been cancelled. No agenda items or business are listed for discussion.
- Meeting cancelled
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a motion to prepare a public report on the new Strong Mayor budget approval process, and will receive and consider the 2024 audited consolidated financial statements, which show an accumulated surplus of $362.5M. The meeting also includes updates to parking and traffic by-laws and a report on development charge reserve funds.
- Motion to direct staff to prepare a public report on the Strong Mayor budget approval process, including the Mayor's authority to propose the budget and Council's limited amendment and veto override powers.
- 2024 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements, with an unqualified opinion from BDO Canada LLP, showing an accumulated surplus of $362.5M and net financial assets of $41.6M.
- 2024 Statement of Development Charge Reserve Funds and Credit Report (#FIN-2025-16).
- Various Parking & Traffic By-law Updates (#ENG-2025-13).
Council Meeting
New Tecumseth Council is meeting to consider several items, including a proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for 6286 14th Line, which would rezone the land from Agricultural to Communally Serviced Residential. Council will also vote on by-laws to assume municipal services for the Ballymore (Mill Street Village) development and to amend the Alliston Business Improvement Area designation. A deputation from the Mayor of Melancthon Township regarding a proposed quarry is also on the agenda.
- Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for 6286 14th Line (rezoning from Agricultural 1 to Communally Serviced Residential Three Exception One)
- By-law to assume municipal services for Ballymore (Mill Street Village) Phase 3, 4A, and other plans
- By-law to amend Alliston Business Improvement Area designation and appointment
- Deputation from Mayor of Melancthon Township re: proposed Strada Aggregates Quarry
- Transit Implementation Strategy Study Update #2 - On-Demand Transit
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially approve an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for a 40-unit residential development at 6286 14th Line, including semi-detached homes, townhouses, and a 27-unit apartment building. Council will also consider motions on expanding County transit to Tottenham, funding future transit needs, and adding $1 million for recreation centre roof repairs. Staff reports on school crossing warrants and on-demand transit will be presented.
- Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for 6286 14th Line: 10 semi-detached dwellings, 3 townhouses, 27-unit apartment building
- Motion to request County of Simcoe expand LINX Route 5 to include Tottenham
- Motion to direct staff to investigate adding $30,000 to transit reserve and annual budget for future transit
- Motion to add $1,000,000 to New Tecumseth Recreation Centre maintenance budget for roof repairs
- School Crossing Warrant Review at various locations
Council Meeting
New Tecumseth Council will hear deputations from Melancthon Township about a proposed Strada Aggregates quarry, from E3 Community Services about Tottenham Community Centre rental rates, and from Gussapolooza Music Festival seeking municipal support. Council will also consider reports on emergency management, recreation master plan funding, and speeding measures, plus several by-laws including a lease agreement for concession stands.
- Deputation from Melancthon Township re: proposed Strada Aggregates quarry (2 million tonnes/year)
- Deputation from Cindy Boyce re: Tottenham Community Centre rental rates for EarlyON programming
- Deputation from Russell Robson re: Gussapolooza Music and Arts Festival support
- By-law 2025-067: 5-year lease with Primos Food Services Inc. for concession stands at Tottenham Community & Fitness Centre and Beeton Memorial Arena
- By-law 2025-065/066: amendments to Parking and Traffic By-law and Fees and Charges By-law re: EV charger parking
Council Closed Meeting
This is a closed meeting of New Tecumseth Council. The main item is a verbal report from the CAO regarding a Honda update and related capital agreements, discussed under the Municipal Act exception for negotiation instructions. The meeting also includes routine procedural items and a confirming by-law.
- Verbal report of the CAO on Honda update and related capital agreements (closed session)
- Confirmation of agenda
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest
- By-law 2025-069 to confirm proceedings of Council
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider two applications: a consent to sever 81-83 Boyne Street in Alliston into two lots, and a minor variance for an accessory building at 2153 Sideroad 18. Staff recommend approval of both, subject to conditions.
- Consent application B01-25 to sever 726 m² from 83 Boyne Street, creating a new lot at 81 Boyne Street
- Minor variance A13-24 to allow accessory building height of 7.255 m instead of 4.6 m at 2153 Sideroad 18
- Engineering conditions include site servicing plan, encroachment agreement, and updated R-Plan
- Consent conditions must be fulfilled by July 24, 2027 or consent lapses
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will consider adopting the 2025-2029 Nottawasaga Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, a provincially required plan. Council will also vote on two written motions: continuing Pride Month recognition and supporting a call to include non-plug-in hybrid vehicles in Canada's ZEV mandate. Reports from the Heritage and Environmental Advisory Committees will be received, along with several administrative and community services items.
- Adoption of 2025-2029 Nottawasaga Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (#CAO-2025-07)
- Motion to continue Pride Month proclamation and annual flag raising
- Motion to support including non-plug-in hybrid vehicles in Canada's ZEV mandate
- Street naming requests for Next Step Literacy Fundraising Auction (#ADMIN-2025-21)
- Draft plan extension for Villarboit Industrial Plan of Subdivision at 6437 and 6485 14th Line, Alliston (#PD-2025-18)
Council Meeting
Council will consider establishing new ward boundaries, a draft plan for a vacant condominium on Highway 9, and several debenture borrowings totaling about $19.9 million for capital projects. It will also receive reports on housing needs, water system, and a request to change Committee of Adjustment start time.
- By-law 2025-052: establish new ward boundaries
- Debenture borrowings: $3,433,916 (Fire Station #3), $1,282,425 (7th Line Road), $10,193,014 (New Town Administration Building), $3,071,229 (12th Line Bridge), $2,064,293 (Large Fire Apparatus)
- Draft plan of vacant condominium at 5752 & 5878 Highway 9 (Trisan Construction Inc.)
- Funding for one water maintenance van
- Housing Needs Assessment 2025 report
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider two consent applications: one to sever a residential lot in Alliston and one to validate the title of a property on 7th Line. Staff recommend approval of both, subject to conditions for the lot severance.
- Consent Application B03-25 by Streampapa Ltd. to create one new lot at Roll #432402000339602, Alliston
- Consent Application B04-25 by Jennifer and Roger Moore to validate title of 6872 7th Line, New Tecumseth
- Conditions for B03-25 include paying outstanding taxes, providing a reference plan, parkland cash-in-lieu, and upgrading services via Town's Public Works program
CANCELLED Accessibility Advisory Committee
This meeting of the Accessibility Advisory Committee was cancelled. The agenda included routine items such as reviewing a summary report, updates on the Mobi Mat and Lions Pavilion Foundation, and new business about a braille map of restrooms and outdoor dining sidewalks.
- Mobi Mat update at Tottenham Conservation Area
- Lions Pavilion Foundation update at Riverdale Park, Alliston
- Braille map of restrooms
- Outdoor dining sidewalks
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to review its April 22, 2025 summary report and discuss several items, including the 2025 workplan, a debrief of EarthFest events, the committee's terms of reference, the 2026 budget, a review of the Tree By-law (By-law 2022-063), a position in support of climate science, and the Growth Management Plan. The committee will also receive a citizen member update. This is a regular working meeting with no final decisions expected; recommendations may be forwarded to Council.
- Review of Tree By-law 2022-063
- 2026 Budget Discussion
- Terms of Reference revision (adding one citizen member, from 5 to 6)
- EarthFest Debrief (documentary screening April 30, trade show/repair café May 3)
- Position in Support of Climate Science
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review its April 29, 2025 summary report and receive an overview from Senior Planner Madeline Gibson. The committee will continue unfinished business on heritage plaques, establishing a heritage conservation district, a questionnaire for the Beeton district, and a potential Tottenham property designation.
- Review of Summary Report dated April 29, 2025
- Deputation by Senior Planner Madeline Gibson on Heritage Advisory Committee overview
- Discussion on heritage plaques, including adding detail and researching cost-effective materials
- Questionnaire for Beeton Heritage Conservation District property and business owners
- Potential heritage designation of a Tottenham property
Council Meeting
Council will consider final reports and by-laws on ward boundaries, a debenture borrowing by-law for capital works, and changes to the procedure by-law. It will also review reports on a citizen appointment, parking solutions for Stevenson Memorial Hospital, a pickleball pilot, and the Mayor's Student Bursary.
- By-law 2025-052 to establish new ward boundaries
- By-law 2025-051 to approve OILC long-term financing and debenture issuance
- By-law 2025-053 to amend the Procedure By-law 2022-034
- Report on detail design of Doner Diamond parking lot and additional parking for Stevenson Memorial Hospital
- Pilot project for pickleball at tennis courts
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing and recommending approval of the Town's proposed Levels of Service, which maintain current service levels to meet Ontario Regulation 588/17's July 1, 2025 deadline. The report covers roads, stormwater, water, wastewater, fire, parks, facilities, and fleet. Council will also receive a summary report from the Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee, consider a draft plan of condominium for properties on Highway 9, and decide on funding for a water maintenance van.
- Proposed Levels of Service (Report #FIN-2025-13) — maintain current service levels to meet provincial asset management regulation
- Draft Plan of Vacant Condominium application by Trisan Construction Inc. for 5752 & 5878 Highway 9 (File NT-CD-2101)
- Funding for one Water Maintenance Van (Report #PW-2025-12)
- Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee summary report — includes grant updates (e.g., $14,000 CMOG, Essa grant increased to $1,000)
- Museum grants: Young Canada Works, Tourism Simcoe County, Essa Municipal Grant, Community Museum Operating Grant
Committee of the Whole Working Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is holding a working session to receive a presentation on the 2025 Long Range Financial Plan (LRFP), covering 2025-2034. The plan outlines over $1 billion in capital and operating expenses and is for discussion only, with outcomes to be considered for the 2026 budget in Q4 2025. No decisions or approvals are being made at this meeting.
- Presentation of 2025 Long Range Financial Plan (Report #FIN-2025-14)
- Plan covers 2025-2034 with over $1 billion in capital and operating expenses
- Assumes limited water capacity in 2026 and full development after Collingwood water treatment plant completion in late 2029
- Discussion of funding via development charges, debt, reserves, and taxation
Council Closed Meeting
This is a closed meeting of New Tecumseth Council. The only substantive item is a status update on property at 5776 11th Line (File DEV 390), discussed under litigation and solicitor-client privilege exceptions. The rest is procedural, including a confirming by-law for the meeting's actions.
- Status update on 5776 11th Line (DEV 390) under litigation/solicitor-client privilege
- Confirmation by-law 2025-055 to ratify closed meeting proceedings
CANCELLED Traffic Advisory Committee
The New Tecumseth Traffic Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled
Special Council Meeting
Council is considering By-law 2025-049, which would exempt 17 townhouse lots in the Previn Court Homes (Rizzardo) Subdivision in Alliston from part-lot control rules, allowing individual titles to be conveyed. The exemption is retroactive to correct a Planning Act contravention: the blocks were built without a prior exemption by-law. Staff recommend approval. A separate confirming by-law (2025-050) will also be passed.
- By-law 2025-049: Part lot control exemption for Blocks 51 & 52 on Plan 51M-1140 and Block 19 on Plan 51M-1020 (Previn Court Homes, Alliston)
- 17 townhouse lots affected; exemption deemed effective retroactively (Sept 20, 2018 for Blocks 51/52; Nov 20, 2014 for Block 19)
- By-law 2025-050: Confirmation of proceedings for the June 5, 2025 Special Council meeting
Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee
The Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee is meeting to review a summary report from January 2025, discuss museum grants, and begin 2026 budget discussions, including county partnerships. The agenda also includes staffing updates, the Past Perfect Online system, and upcoming programs and events. The meeting is virtual and open to public input by preregistration.
- Review of Summary Report dated January 22, 2025
- Museum Grants Update
- 2026 Budget Discussion re: County Partnerships
- Staffing Updates
- Past Perfect Online
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is deciding on a new ward boundary configuration for the 2026 municipal election, with two options on the table: a six-ward and a seven-ward system. The consultant recommends the six-ward option, which would divide Alliston at Victoria Street and use recognizable roadways as boundaries. Council will also consider whether to keep the Deputy Mayor elected at large, as recommended. The agenda also includes routine committee summaries and a report on Queen Street resurfacing.
- Ward Boundary Review: choose between 6-ward (preferred) and 7-ward options for 2026 election
- Deputy Mayor position to remain elected at large (recommended)
- Review of Procedure By-law 2025 (ADMIN-2025-16)
- Bill 17 - Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025 (PD-2025-12)
- Queen Street Resurfacing (PW-2025-11)
Council Meeting
Council will receive the 2025 year-end budget variance report as of March 31, 2025, which forecasts a $32K operating surplus and a $2.1M unfavourable capital variance. The agenda also includes a deputation opposing climate action programs, a zoning by-law amendment for 124-146 Young Street, and reports on automated speed enforcement and a truck purchase.
- 2025 budget variance: $32K surplus, $2.1M capital shortfall
- Zoning by-law amendment for 124-146 Young Street, Alliston (File DEV 414)
- Deputation by Ken Stouffer opposing climate action programs
- Automated Speed Enforcement Policies and Procedures report
- Purchase of one 4x4 1-ton truck with flat deck and plow
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider three minor variance applications: a residential addition and deck near the Oak Ridges Moraine, a reduced front yard setback in Beeton, and a parking reduction to allow an additional residential unit in Alliston. Staff recommend approval for all three. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and routine administrative items.
- Minor variance A05-25: 7073 2nd Line, Tottenham — permit residential addition and deck within 90m of Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Protection Zone
- Minor variance A09-25: 18 Dale Drive, Beeton — reduce front yard setback from 4.5m to 1.85m
- Minor variance A10-25: 128 Kennedy Boulevard, Alliston — reduce required parking from 2 to 1 spaces to support an Additional Residential Unit
- Adoption of Committee of Adjustment minutes from April 24, 2025
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss heritage matters, including unfinished business on heritage plaques, the establishment of a Heritage Conservation District, a questionnaire for the Beeton Heritage Conservation District, and a Tottenham property for potential designation. A senior planner will provide an overview of the committee. The agenda is largely procedural with no final decisions listed.
- Review of summary report
- Overview of Heritage Advisory Committee by Senior Planner Madeline Gibson
- Discussion of Heritage Plaques
- Establishment of a Heritage Conservation District
- Questionnaire for the Beeton Heritage Conservation District
Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is holding a public planning meeting to review a Zoning By-law Amendment application for 124-146 Young Street in Alliston. The proposal seeks to rezone the site to permit four buildings (two 15-storey and two 12-storey) with 1,125 apartment units and 2,982 square metres of retail space. Staff recommend receiving the report and continuing to work on outstanding issues before bringing a final recommendation to a future meeting.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 124-146 Young Street, Alliston (File DEV 414)
- Proposed 1,125 apartment units and 2,982 sq m retail space
- Building height increase from 37.5 m to 49.45 m (15 storeys)
- 2,090 parking spaces proposed (exceeds 2,022 required)
- Public comments due; no inquiries received as of report date
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will review and potentially approve policies for the new automated speed enforcement program, set to launch June 2, 2025, and will consider an official plan amendment with recommended settlement area boundary expansions. Council will also discuss motions on wayfinding signage, a provincial accountability act, and painting veterans crosswalks.
- Automated speed enforcement policies and procedures (Report #ADMIN-2025-15)
- Growth Management Study - Official Plan Amendment #5 with settlement area boundary expansions (Report #PD-2025-10)
- Motion to review wayfinding signage for places like Banting Homestead and Gibson Centre
- Motion to request 2/3 council vote (instead of unanimous) to vacate a seat under Municipal Accountability Act
- Motion to paint Veterans Crosswalks in Alliston, Beeton, Tottenham at $1,000 total
Council Meeting
Council will consider consenting to County of Simcoe By-law 7119-25, which would reduce County Council from 32 to 17 members, with only mayors serving and a separately appointed Head of Council. The agenda also includes a deputation on Strong Mayor Powers, a pump track discussion, and several routine reports and by-laws.
- Consent to County By-law 7119-25 changing County Council composition (reduces to 17 members, only mayors)
- Deputation by Integrity Commissioner John Mascarin on Strong Mayor Powers
- Committee of the Whole item: Opposition to Strong Mayors Powers designation in New Tecumseth
- Capital procurement for Fire Rescue Car 4 replacement
- Beeton Springs and Parsons Cell C Reservoir repairs top-up funding
Traffic Advisory Committee
The Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review its April 3 summary report and discuss unfinished business, including a status update on the Ward 2 40 km/h pilot project, a rural speed limit policy, and a sidewalk policy. New business includes a resident concern about speeding on 14th Line. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being status updates or policy discussions rather than final decisions.
- Status update on Ward 2 40 km/h pilot project (signage installation May 1-9, 2025)
- Rural Speed Limit Policy deferred from April 3 meeting
- Sidewalk Policy development (no existing policy)
- Resident concern re: 14th Line speeding
- Tiger Tail to All-Way Stop Sign Policy endorsed at April 3 meeting
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review its February 18, 2025 summary report, which includes recommendations for an additional meeting to develop a workplan and for staff to create a GIS map of densely populated registered significant property areas. The committee will also discuss unfinished business, including an update on the GIS map, and new business, such as workplan discussion. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings or major decisions scheduled.
- Review of Summary Report dated February 18, 2025
- Update on GIS Map of Densely Populated Registered Significant Property Areas
- Workplan Discussion
- Recommendation for additional meeting to create short-term and long-term goals
- Recommendation for staff to create GIS map of significant property areas
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially approve several items, including a motion to use $169,000 for a mobile pump track, a motion opposing the Strong Mayor designation, a fire vehicle replacement, water reservoir repair funding, and community grant requests. The agenda also includes receiving a report from the Traffic Advisory Committee.
- Motion to use $169,000 for a mobile pump track (project PRC-2020-013)
- Motion opposing Strong Mayor powers in New Tecumseth
- Capital procurement for Fire Rescue Car 4 replacement (~$95,000)
- Top-up funding: $19,732 for Beeton Springs repairs, $45,365.54 for Parsons Cell C repairs
- 2025 Community Grant Program requests
Council Meeting
Council will consider setting the 2025 municipal tax rates and authorizing a grading and earthworks agreement for the Belterra Estates subdivision at 5810 14th Line, Alliston. The agenda also includes the 2024 Fire Department Annual Report, a cemetery development, and a public meeting on an Official Plan Amendment related to growth management.
- By-law 2025-042: establish 2025 tax rates
- By-law 2025-043: grading and earthworks agreement with 2038148 Ontario Ltd. (Cablebridge Enterprises) for Belterra Estates, 5810 14th Line, Alliston
- 2024 Fire Department Annual Report: 1,245 responses, 8.36% increase over 2023
- 445 Victoria St. E., Alliston Cemetery Development
- Joint public meeting for Town Official Plan Amendment: Growth Management Study
Council Closed Meeting
Council is meeting in closed session to discuss two confidential items: selecting the 2025 Virtual Wall of Honour award recipient from two nominations, and proposed property acquisitions at Mill St. / Queen St. in Tottenham. The meeting also includes a confirming by-law to ratify proceedings. Both agenda items are closed to the public under the Municipal Act for personal matters and land acquisition discussions.
- Select 2025 Virtual Wall of Honour recipient from two nominations (closed, personal matter)
- Proposed property acquisitions at Mill St. / Queen St., Tottenham (closed, land deal)
- Confirming By-law 2025-045 to ratify closed meeting proceedings
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider one application for consent (File No. B02-25) to sever a vacant lot at 15 Gray Avenue, Alliston, creating two lots for future triplex dwellings. Staff recommend approval subject to conditions, including minor variances for reduced lot frontage and service upgrades. The meeting also includes routine items like agenda confirmation, disclosures, and adoption of previous minutes.
- Consent application B02-25 to sever 488.175 m² from Roll #432402000339602, creating one new lot at 15 Gray Avenue, Alliston
- Both severed and retained lots will be 0.0488 ha with frontage of 11.42 m and 11.43 m respectively
- Minor variances required to reduce minimum lot frontage for triplex from 15.0 m to 11.42 m and 11.43 m
- Conditions include service installation via Town's Public Works program within 2 years and payment of outstanding taxes
- Consent must be fulfilled by April 23, 2027 or it lapses
Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting to hear applications for an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for 6286 14th Line. The proposal would change the designation from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential and rezone from Agricultural One to a site-specific Communally Serviced Residential Three zone to allow 40 residential units. Staff are seeking public input before preparing a recommendation report.
- Official Plan Amendment to redesignate 6286 14th Line from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential
- Zoning By-law Amendment from Agricultural One (A1) to Communally Serviced Residential Three - Exception (CSR-3-XX)
- Proposed development: 10 freehold semi-detached dwellings, 1 townhouse block (3 units), and a 3-storey apartment building (27 units) — total 40 units
- Public comments: 2 inquiries received, no formal comments as of report writing
- Agency comments: Enbridge Gas no concerns, Alectra Utilities no objections, NVCA notes source water area review
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to receive its February 25, 2025 summary report, which recommends Council approve a review of the town's tree by-law. The committee will also discuss adding a member to its terms of reference and receive updates on the upcoming EarthFest event, including a trade show, repair café, and documentary screening.
- Recommendation to Council to review current tree by-law
- EarthFest 2025 update: Trade Show and Repair Café on May 3, 2025 at Town Hall
- Documentary 'Plastic People' screening on April 30, 2025 at Circle Theatre, Alliston
- Terms of Reference amendment to add a member
- Summary report dated February 25, 2025 to be received
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The New Tecumseth Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review a summary report from December 2024, receive a presentation from the Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee about their Breaking Down Barriers Awareness Day Program, and discuss updates on accessible parking on Main Street in Beeton. The committee will also consider new business items including Red Shirt Day, World Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Day, crosswalk safety, and a correspondence from Lions Pavilion Foundation.
- Review of Summary Report dated December 11, 2024, including recommendation for 'No Parking' sign at curb cut on Prospect Street from Tecumseth Street North in Beeton
- Presentation by Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee on Breaking Down Barriers Awareness Day Program
- Update on proposed accessible parking on Main Street, Beeton, including new spaces on north and south sides
- New business: Red Shirt Day 'Action for Accessibility and Inclusion'
- New business: World Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Day
Joint Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting
The Town of New Tecumseth is holding a public meeting to receive input on a proposed Official Plan Amendment that would expand settlement area boundaries in Alliston, Beeton, and Tottenham to accommodate growth to 2051. The amendment also updates growth management policies, including density targets and phasing requirements. Staff have recommended the expansions to plan for approximately 35,000 new residents and over 31,000 jobs by 2051. Public comments received so far generally support the proposal, with some requesting additional lands be included.
- Proposed Settlement Area Boundary Expansions to Alliston, Beeton, and Tottenham
- Density target updated to 55 people and jobs per hectare
- Land need identified: 488-498 hectares of community land; 457 hectares currently identified
- Employment land need: 175 hectares
- Public comments from Tribute Communities, Nirod Investments, and others
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will consider final 2025 tax rates and a tax levying by-law, a motion to rename a boardroom after former councillor J.J. Paul Whiteside, and a request to study a covered artificial turf sports field. They will also review agreements for a subdivision grading project and cemetery development, plus updates on conservation and water loss programs.
- 2025 Final Tax Rates and Tax Levying By-law (Report #FIN-2025-10)
- Motion to rename Town Hall Executive Boardroom (Room 116) to 'J.J. Paul Whiteside Executive Boardroom'
- Motion to study feasibility of a covered artificial turf sports field with public-private partnership options
- Grading and Earthworks Agreement for Belterra Estates Subdivision, 5810-14th Line, Alliston (2038148 Ontario Ltd - Cablebridge Enterprises Ltd.)
- 445 Victoria St. E., Alliston Cemetery Development (Report #ENG-2025-08)
Council Meeting
Council will receive the 2024 year-end budget variance report showing a $1.2M town surplus and $1.67M water/wastewater surplus, and consider by-laws to establish an administrative penalty system for automated speed enforcement. They will also discuss several other items including a growth management study, a sign variance, and parking expansions.
- 2024 year-end budget variance: $1.2M town surplus, $1.67M water/wastewater surplus
- By-law 2025-039: administrative penalty system for automated speed enforcement
- By-law 2025-040: appoint screening and hearing officers for speed enforcement
- Sign by-law variance request for 5964 Highway 9
- Paving of Doner Baseball Diamond parking lot and expansion of Fletcher Crescent public parking for Stevenson Memorial Hospital
Traffic Advisory Committee
The Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to review a summary report from January 16, 2025, which includes recommendations on speed limits for Mill Street and 4th Line, and to discuss unfinished business such as the town-wide speed limit map and rural speed limit policy. New business includes a draft policy for adding tiger tail signs to all-way stop signs, a sidewalk policy, and meeting dates. The committee will also hear a deputation from the Ontario Federation of Agriculture about rural roads.
- Recommendation to keep 60 km/h speed limit on 4th Line between 700 metres east of The Boulevard and Sideroad 10
- Request to reduce speed limit on Mill Street from 50 km/h to 40 km/h to be addressed through urban speed limit policy review
- Draft policy ENG-POL-001-2025 for installing tiger tail signs below all-way stop signs in school and community safety zones
- Discussion of town-wide speed limit map and rural speed limit policy
- Deputation from Leah Emms, Ontario Federation of Agriculture, on rural roads
TESTING AV TESTING
This is a Special Council meeting of New Tecumseth, ON. The agenda is largely procedural boilerplate, with placeholder items listed under Committee of the Whole and a closed meeting, but no substantive decisions or discussions are specified.
- Confirmation of agenda
- Disclosures of pecuniary interest
- Committee of the Whole items (C.W.1-C.W.5) with no details
- Closed meeting items (C.S.1-C.S.2) listed as 'Insert Item Name Here'
- Confirming by-law to confirm proceedings
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications. The first seeks to reduce the rear yard setback at 47 McDonald Street, Alliston, from 7.5m to 0.77m for an attached garage with loft. The second seeks a similar reduction at 48 Eastern Avenue, Tottenham, from 7.5m to 1.45m. Staff recommend approval for both.
- Minor variance A12-24: 47 McDonald Street, Alliston – reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 0.77m for attached garage with loft (recommended approval)
- Minor variance A08-25: 48 Eastern Avenue, Tottenham – reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 1.45m (recommended approval)
- Both applications include comments from Engineering (March 14, 2025) and NVCA (March 5, 2025)
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially approve several items, including a motion to conduct a detailed feasibility study for a future indoor pool (with up to $220k from Development Charges), a five-year review of the Strategic Asset Management Policy, and a by-law to establish an administrative penalty system for automated speed enforcement. They will also consider a local boards policy, a sign by-law variance for 5964 Highway 9, and paving of the Doner Baseball Diamond parking lot and expansion of Fletcher Crescent public parking for Stevenson Memorial Hospital.
- Motion to conduct an Indoor Pool Feasibility Study with up to $220k from Development Charges
- Approval of Strategic Asset Management Policy #FIN-2025-04 (five-year review)
- Administrative Penalty System By-law and appointment by-law for Automated Speed Enforcement screening/hearing officers
- Sign By-law variance request for 5964 Highway 9
- Paving of Doner Baseball Diamond parking lot and expansion of Fletcher Crescent public parking for Stevenson Memorial Hospital
Council Meeting
Council will consider several reports and by-laws, including the Ward Boundary Review Interim Report, a tri-party easement agreement for hydro servicing at the water tower on Fletcher Street, and an updated agreement for Nottawasaga OPP services. The agenda also includes routine items like appointing weed inspectors and confirming previous minutes.
- Ward Boundary Review Interim Report (#ADMIN-2025-08)
- Tri-Party Easement Agreement with Stevenson Memorial Hospital and Alectra Utilities for hydro servicing at 200 Fletcher Street (By-law 2025-033)
- Updated Community Safety & Policing Act Agreement for Nottawasaga OPP Services (By-law 2025-034)
- Town Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment (Housekeeping) (DEV 432, By-law 2025-035)
- Council Remuneration and Expenses - 2024 (#FIN-2025-07)
Committee of the Whole Working Meeting - GMS 20 Mar 2025
This is a working meeting for Council to discuss the recommended Settlement Area Boundary Expansions and draft Official Plan Amendment, previously presented on February 24, 2025. No decisions will be made; the purpose is to allow Council members to ask staff questions and seek clarification. The statutory public process is expected to begin with an open house on April 1 and a public meeting on April 9.
- Discussion of recommended Settlement Area Boundary Expansions for Alliston, Beeton, and Tottenham
- Draft Official Plan Amendment includes strengthened growth management policies and phasing
- Master Servicing Plan to be completed before secondary plans
- Joint Public Open House scheduled for April 1, 2025, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Town Hall Community Room
- Joint Public Meeting scheduled for April 9, 2025, 6 p.m. at Town Hall Council Chambers
Council Meeting
Council is meeting to consider several items, including a growth management study recommending a settlement area boundary expansion, an implementation plan for a neighbourhood speed limit pilot project, and a temporary zoning by-law for industrial uses. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the previous meeting, a communication item about an auto mayors meeting on tariffs, and an audit planning report from BDO Canada LLP. Several by-laws are scheduled for enactment, including those related to drainage works and a confirming by-law.
- Growth Management Study - Recommended Settlement Area Boundary Expansion and Draft Official Plan Amendment
- Implementation Plan for Neighbourhood Area Speed Limit Pilot Project (By-law 2025-026)
- Temporary Use By-law for Industrial Land Uses on property roll number 432404000513601 (By-law 2025-025)
- Mill Street Reservoir Expansion - Additional Budget Request
- Acceptance of work and billing for Penville, Baker, and Rodgers/Coffey drainage works (By-laws 2025-027, 2025-028, 2025-029)
Council Closed Meeting
This is a closed-session council meeting with three confidential items: a citizen appointment to the Public Library Board, a verbal report from the town solicitor on an OLT appeal by Farsight Homes, and a CAO verbal report on an interim water update. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including a confirmation by-law for the closed meeting's actions.
- Citizen appointment to the Town of New Tecumseth Public Library Board (personal matter)
- Verbal report re: OLT Appeal, Farsight Homes, Block 142, Plan 51M-1053, DEV 396 (litigation)
- Verbal report from CAO re: Interim Water Update (trade secret/negotiations)
- Confirmation By-law 2025-031 to ratify closed meeting proceedings
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will consider an updated Community Safety & Policing Act agreement for Nottawasaga OPP services, reflecting a 10% provincial discount and removal of three positions. They will also discuss street naming, a zoning housekeeping by-law, and infrastructure reports. The agenda includes routine items like the Heritage Advisory Committee summary and a drinking water quality report.
- Updated OPP agreement for 2024-2028, with 2025 cost of $6,255,745 and $279,842 surplus to Stabilization Reserve
- Street naming requests for 'Streets for Stevenson' charitable auction
- Town-initiated zoning by-law amendment (housekeeping) DEV 432
- River Edge 2, Phase 3 - Oak Street forcemain and pumping station upgrades certified cost submission
- Drinking Water System Summary and Quality Management Report - 2024
CANCELLED Traffic Advisory Committee
This meeting of the Traffic Advisory Committee, scheduled for March 4, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda included items such as a town-wide speed limit map, a rural speed limit policy, a draft policy on tiger tail signs for all-way stops, and a sidewalk policy, but no decisions were made.
- Town Wide Speed Limit Map
- Rural Speed Limit Policy
- Draft Tiger Tail Sign to All-Way Stop Sign Policy
- Sidewalk Policy
Committee of Adjustment
The New Tecumseth Committee of Adjustment will consider four minor variance applications and one consent application for lot severance. Staff recommend approval for three variances, deferral for one, and deferral for the consent application. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and correspondence.
- Minor variance for accessory structure in Environmental Protection Zone at 6500 13th Line (File A04-25) - recommended approval
- Minor variance for development near Oak Ridges Moraine at 7073 2nd Line (File A05-25) - recommended deferral for 90 days
- Minor variance for additional residential unit in front yard at 5085 Boyne Street, Alliston (File A06-25) - recommended approval
- Minor variance to reduce driveway distance and increase width at 12 Mill St. E., Tottenham (File A07-25) - recommended approval with conditions
- Consent application for lot severance at 81-83 Boyne Street, Alliston (File B01-25) - recommended deferral for 6 months
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee will review summary reports from December 2024 and January 2025, which include recommendations for EarthFest 2025 events (movie night, bike repair cafe, trade show) and a request for Council approval to contact local organizations for volunteers. The committee will also discuss correspondence on tree equity in municipal documents and update its 2025 workplan.
- Review of summary reports dated December 10, 2024 and January 7, 2025
- EarthFest 2025 update: trade show, movie night, repair cafe
- Correspondence on tree equity in municipal documents
- 2025 workplan review
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items, including a motion to expand the Community Transportation Program's eligible trips, a zoning by-law amendment for temporary industrial use on town-owned land, a growth management study proposing settlement area boundary expansion, and a speed limit pilot project. They will also receive reports on drainage works and a budget request for the Mill Street Reservoir expansion.
- Motion to expand Community Transportation Program eligible trips to include grocery stores, banks, recreation centers, libraries, places of worship, and more
- Temporary Use By-law for industrial uses on 21.77 hectares at 13th Line Alliston (Roll #432404000513601)
- Growth Management Study recommending settlement area boundary expansion and draft Official Plan amendment
- Implementation plan for neighbourhood area speed limit pilot project
- Additional budget request for Mill Street Reservoir expansion
Council Meeting
Council will consider renewing the Simcoe County hazardous materials response MOU, entering a development agreement for Dayfoot Street Phase 2A works in Beeton, and amending community safety zones. It will also receive a zoning by-law amendment application for the Beeton Meadows Phase 1 subdivision. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, correspondence, and by-laws.
- Renewal of Simcoe County Hazmat Response MOU (By-law 2025-021)
- Development agreement with Flato Group companies for Dayfoot Street Phase 2A works (By-law 2025-022)
- Community Safety Zones By-law amendment (By-law 2025-023)
- Zoning by-law amendment and redline revision for Beeton Meadows Phase 1 subdivision (File D14-2024-004)
- Recognition of Public Works Team for snow response
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss its 2025 workplan, updates on heritage designations, and potential heritage districts in Alliston and Tottenham. The agenda also includes a review of a summary report from a previous meeting and unfinished business regarding heritage plaques.
- Review of Summary Report dated August 27, 2024
- Discussion on 2025 Workplan
- Update on Heritage Designations
- Discussion on Heritage District in Alliston and Tottenham
- Unfinished business: Heritage Plaques
CANCELLED VIRTUAL Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting
This meeting is cancelled. The agenda item was a public meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment and redline revision for the Beeton Meadows Phase 1 Subdivision, which would rezone a portion of land to allow semi-detached dwellings and adjust blocks for a temporary sewage pumping station. Staff have not yet made a recommendation and will continue working on the application.
- Zoning By-law Amendment to rezone Block 92 from Environmental Protection to Low-Rise Residential Exception (LR-45) to permit semi-detached dwellings
- Redline Revision to convert Future Right-of-Way Block 92 to a Semi-Detached Block and Sewage Pumping Station Block 79 to a Temporary SPS Block/Future Single Detached Dwelling Block
- Application D14-2024-004 for 9.51 hectares (23.49 acres) along County Road 1 in Beeton Settlement Area
- No public comments received as of January 23, 2025
- Town Engineering noted no water allocation for additional three lots created
Council Meeting
This is a regular Council meeting with routine approvals of prior minutes and by-laws. Key items include a report on enhancing town-owned lands for significant wildlife habitat, proposed changes to the town's telecommunications protocol, and a public meeting report on a zoning by-law amendment for temporary industrial use on a specific property. Several by-laws will be enacted, including fee changes and committee appointments.
- Report R-1: Enhancing Encumbered Town Owned Lands for Significant Wildlife Habitat
- Proposed changes to Town's Telecommunications protocol (By-law 2025-016)
- Public Meeting Report DEV 433: Town Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment for Temporary Use on Roll #432404000513601
- By-law 2025-016: Amend Fees and Charges By-law 2024-077
- By-law 2025-017 and 2025-018: Appointments to Committee of Adjustment and Appeal Committee for Canine Control
Council Closed Meeting
This is a closed council meeting to discuss a potential property acquisition, as permitted under the Municipal Act. The only substantive item is the land deal discussion; the rest is procedural, including a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.
- Potential property acquisition under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(c)
- Confirmation by-law 2025-020 to ratify closed meeting proceedings
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is deciding whether to authorize a development agreement with Flato Group companies to front-fund the urbanization and reconstruction of Dayfoot Street Phase 2A in Beeton, including a trunk sanitary sewer. The agreement, valued at $7,623,813.49, would provide the developer with development charge credits. The committee will also receive a summary report from the Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee.
- Development agreement with Main Street Meadows Inc., Main Street Meadows Two Inc., and Flato Beeton East Developments Inc. for Dayfoot Street Phase 2A works, $7,623,813.49
- Community Safety Zones By-law Amendment (report #ENG-2025-02)
- Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee summary report (Jan 22, 2025) noting 23% increase in attendance
- Developer to post surety bond in lieu of letter of credit, first request under O. Reg. 461/24
- Fire Hall Station 2 at 130 Prospect Street access to be maintained during construction
Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting to discuss a town-initiated Temporary Use By-law that would allow Employment Area 2 (EA2) industrial uses on a 21.77-hectare (53.79-acre) property at 13th Line Alliston for three years. The property is currently zoned Agricultural One (A1) and used for stormwater management. The by-law is an interim measure until the land is incorporated into the Alliston Settlement Area. Staff will continue to review comments and will bring a recommendation report to a future meeting.
- Temporary Use By-law for industrial uses on Roll Number 432404000513601, 13th Line Alliston
- Property size: 21.770 hectares (53.79 acres)
- Proposed uses include auto-oriented, contractor facilities, industrial (general and prestige), and research and development
- By-law would be in effect for three years, expiring in 2028
- No financial considerations noted in report
Virtual Council Closed Meeting
This is a closed council meeting, meaning the public is not present. The main item is a proposal to purchase town-owned property at 10 and 14 Wellington Street East, deferred from January 27, 2025. Council will also pass a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.
- Offer to purchase town-owned property at 10 and 14 Wellington Street East (deferred from Jan 27)
- Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(c) for land acquisition/disposition
- Confirming by-law 2025-015 to ratify council actions
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposed change to the Town's telecommunications protocol, which would withdraw from the CRINS notification service and retract its authorization. They will also receive the January 2025 litigation status report and a summary from the Environmental Advisory Committee regarding EarthFest 2025 planning.
- Proposed withdrawal from CRINS telecommunications notification service
- Litigation status report includes claims: $8M car/train collision, $2M collision, $200K slip and fall, $163,420.75 contract claim
- EarthFest 2025 planning: movie night, bike repair cafe, trade show
- Litigation report recommends annual updates instead of quarterly
Council Meeting
Council will consider several reports and by-laws, including a $24,691.35 provincial fire protection grant for PPE, a report on the former Town Hall properties in Alliston, appointments of deputy treasurers, and a partnership agreement for the Family Day event. They will also discuss a deputation from S.H.I.F.T. seeking a permanent home for its shelter services and consider repealing and replacing the election sign by-law.
- Fire Protection Grant of $24,691.35 for cancer prevention PPE (By-law 2025-009)
- Former Town Hall at 10 and 14 Wellington Street East and 13 Church Street South, Alliston (Report #CS-2024-07)
- Appointment of two Deputy Treasurers (By-law 2025-010)
- BTBIA Family Day Limited Use Agreement (By-law 2025-011)
- Repeal and replace Election Sign By-law 2022-019 (By-law 2025-012)
Council Closed Meeting
Council is meeting in closed session to discuss several confidential items: appointing citizens to committees, considering offers to purchase town-owned properties, and a development charge calculation related to the Honda expansion. The meeting is closed to the public under the Municipal Act, and the agenda is mostly procedural, with details withheld for confidentiality.
- Citizen appointment updates for Canine Control and Dangerous Dogs Committee, Committee of Adjustment, and Library Board
- Offer to purchase town-owned property at 10 and 14 Wellington Street E, Alliston
- Offer to purchase town-owned property at 6888 13th Line, New Tecumseth
- Development charge calculation for Honda expansion
- Confirming by-law 2025-014
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider three minor variance applications. One seeks approval for a five-unit townhouse at 21 Forestell Street, while two others are recommended for deferral pending further comments. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and routine administrative items.
- Minor variance at 21 Forestell Street to allow 62.38% impervious paving in rear yard (max 50%) and 7 parking spaces (min 8) for a 5-unit townhouse
- Deferral of variance at 47 McDonald Street for rear yard setback reduction to 0.77m (required 7.5m) for attached garage with loft
- Deferral of variance at 2153 Sideroad 18 for accessory building height of 11m (max 4.6m) in Hamlet Residential and Environmental Protection Zone
Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee
The Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee is meeting to review its September 2024 summary report and discuss new business, including the 2024 museum summary report, 2025 budget discussions, and potential county partnerships. The agenda also includes items on the museum e-newsletter and 2025 community events.
- Review of Summary Report dated September 25, 2024
- 2024 Museum Summary Report (correspondence)
- 2025 Budget Discussions
- Museum E-newsletter
- 2025 Budget Discussions re: County Partnerships
Traffic Advisory Committee
The Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to review its November 14, 2024 summary report and discuss unfinished business, including traffic concerns on 4th Line and the Urban Area Speed Limit Policy. New business includes a Rural Area Speed Limit Policy. The meeting is largely procedural, with several items deferred from the previous meeting.
- Review of Summary Report dated November 14, 2024
- Update on 4th Line Traffic Concerns
- Urban Area Speed Limit Policy discussion
- Rural Area Speed Limit Policy discussion
Council Meeting
This Council meeting includes decisions on the 2025 budget, a municipal insurance pool agreement, and transferring road jurisdiction from the County of Simcoe. Council will also consider zoning by-law amendments and appointments of municipal law enforcement officers.
- 2025 budget with 2.04% average levy increase and $2.9M capital levy
- By-law 2025-003: join County of Simcoe Municipal Insurance Pool
- By-laws 2025-004/005: transfer portions of County Road 1 and 10 to Town
- Zoning by-law amendment for 5141 7th Line
- By-law 2025-008: amend Fees and Charges By-law
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially approve a replacement election sign by-law, incorporating lessons from the 2022 election, and designate a list of 2025 municipally significant events to streamline liquor permit approvals. It will also receive summary reports from the Environmental and Accessibility Advisory Committees, including a recommendation to investigate a no-parking sign in Beeton.
- Repeal and replace Election Sign By-law No. 2022-019 with revised rules, including removal of 2.1m highway setback and new complaint/removal procedures
- Designate 2025 municipally significant events (e.g., Alliston Potato Festival, Beeton Fall Fair) for Special Occasion Permit eligibility
- Accessibility Advisory Committee recommends investigating 'No Parking' sign at curb cut on Prospect Street from Tecumseth Street North, Beeton
- Environmental Advisory Committee received presentations on tree equity and growth management study
- No financial changes proposed; election sign deposit remains $300
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee is holding a routine virtual meeting. The agenda includes confirming the agenda, disclosing pecuniary interests, and reviewing a summary report. The only substantive item listed is unfinished business regarding EarthFest Events 2025.
- Review of Summary Report
- EarthFest Events 2025 (unfinished business)